Orchestra Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates
, an educational recruitment firm, is currently seeking an Orchestra Teacher for the school year at an independent school in Minneapolis, MN.

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

• Organizing, implementing and providing instruction for Middle and Upper School orchestra classes (3 levels of Middle School Orchestra and 2 levels of Upper School Orchestra).
• Direct and plan school concerts and planned music experiences.
• Builds strong relationships through clear and consistent communication with families, students, and colleagues, including timely updates on student progress and effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication
• Serve as an advisor for students ensuring student success.
• Incorporating musical instruments and movement in lessons.
• Planning and implementing a program of instruction and lesson plans.
• Inspiring and motivating students to extend themselves to after school music clubs.

• Bachelor’s degree in music or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Experience in teaching strings and directing an orchestra required.
• 3 year of previous teaching experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

⛱️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

🏠 Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.